GSA Panel Focuses on AI, Cloud, and Cybersecurity in Federal Procurement
The General Services Administration’s (GSA) Acquisition Policy Federal Advisory Committee (GAP FAC) held its first 2024 meeting on December 5th, introducing 14 new members and focusing on artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and cybersecurity. (MeriTalk December 5, 2024)
GAP FAC advises the GSA administrator, offering guidance on acquisition tools and addressing top challenges in Federal procurement. (ibid)
During the Dec. 5 public meeting, the advisory board outlined plans to integrate advanced technologies into procurement. The committee aims to leverage AI and data analytics to boost efficiency, adopt climate-conscious acquisition strategies, and resolve systemic issues in the acquisition ecosystem. (ibid)
“GSA is ready to embrace emerging technologies and deliver solutions that meet the government’s evolving needs,” said GSA Administrator Robin Carnahan. “This committee’s invaluable expertise will help federal agencies drive innovation, improve efficiency, and deliver better outcomes for the American people.” (ibid)
The meeting also introduced the new members, including:
- Dorothea Abraham, Mason School of Business, William and Mary
- Dean Alderucci, Carnegie Mellon University
- Tiffany Angulo, California Department of Technology
- Gordon Bitko, Information Technology Industry Council
- Time Cooke, ASI Government, Inc.
- Matthew Cornelius, Workday
- Ravit Dotan, TechBetter
- Omid Ghaffari-Tabrizi, Google
- Margaret Graves, IBM
- Jared Johnson, California Department of Technology
- James Keagle, Eisenhower School for National Security and Resources Strategy
- Cari Miller, Center for Inclusive Change
- Lindsey Moore, DevelopMetrics
- Adrianna Tan, Future Ethics
GSA opened nominations for new members in July, seeking expertise in AI, cloud computing, machine learning, and cybersecurity. (ibid)
“This committee plays a vital role in shaping the future of federal procurement,” said Jeffrey Koses, GSA Senior Procurement Executive. “The work we’re undertaking will not only improve how the federal government acquires goods and services, but will also ensure that procurement strategies remain adaptive and innovative in a rapidly changing technological landscape.” (ibid)
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